Starbucks versus Nespresso Taste Test
I recently got a Nespresso C100T capsule based espresso machine. I decided to compare the shots it makes with a shot from Starbucks. Here’s the results of my very non-scientific taste test:
| Nespresso | Starbucks | |
| Flavour | Intense flavour, smooth. | Very bitter, almost burnt. |
| Crema | Good | None |
| Price | $0.52 | $1.55 |
As you can see Nespresso makes a great espresso, including a nice crema. The beauty of Nespresso over traditional espresso machines is that there is almost zero maintenance. So if you like espresso based drinks this is a must buy.
Nespresso is popular in Europe, but it seems to be fairly unknown in the US. I was introduced to Nespresso by my brother who lives in Belgium and swears by it. When I found a Nespresso machine in an Italian home I was staying in, I figured if it’s good enough for the Italians it’s good enough for me.
The big disadvantage for this system is that you can only buy your capsules from Nespresso (unless you do what this guy does). Fortunately you can order online and the capsules are shipped to you in a couple of days.
[ Note this post is not sponsored by Nespresso, but if they want to send me some free capsules I won't complain 
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